Crime/Police
Child Stabbed Multiple Times Disturbing Incident Unfolds at Private School in Tortola
A grade three student was allegedly stabbed multiple times with a pencil in a classroom at a private school on Tortola. A source expressed frustration over the lack of immediate action from school authorities.
The source reported, “The child was allegedly stabbed multiple times in a classroom, no teacher, and even when another student reported it to the principal, no principal checked the child to see if the child was stabbed. The child was crying, but no one took the time to check on the child to see what happened. Instead, they dismissed the severity of the situation, insisting the child was not stabbed without physically checking the child’s body.”
The gravity of the situation became apparent only when the child reached home, and the parents, upon inspecting, discovered multiple stab wounds. The concerned parents promptly reported the matter to the police and the child was subsequently taken for medical attention.
JTV News understands that the victim was repeatedly bullied since entering the school. “There’s multiple stuff happening to the child caused by the “young bully” and not just this specific child, but to other children also. Parents have been fed up with this particular child, who’s been bullying other children in the school.”
Expressing frustration over the school’s apparent inaction, the source remarked, “There’s so much going on in the classroom with that one specific child. That child is troubled, and I do not like to discriminate against other people’s children, but that child needs help, that child needs counseling.”
The concerned source raised a question about the school’s response to the ongoing bullying issue, asserting, “What is the school doing about it? Nothing! This has been happening since grade one before the child even attended school. Grade two is when the child started to go to school, and sometimes when he experiences this bullying, he does not retaliate.”
Investigation into the matter is ongoing.
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched an investigation following an armed robbery at a popular bar in the Sea Cows Bay area late Monday night.
According to police, a group of armed individuals entered the establishment on the night of May 12, demanding valuables from patrons and staff. While no injuries were reported, the incident has raised concerns about safety in the usually tranquil community.
Officers responded to the scene and are actively working to identify those involved. The RVIPF has confirmed that investigators are maintaining close contact with key witnesses and gathering critical information as the inquiry continues.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the robbery or who has relevant information to come forward. Tips can be provided confidentially to the Intelligence Unit at 368-9339, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 (TIPS) or from overseas at (284) 800-8477.
A man believed to be mentally challenged was apprehended yesterday, May 8, for allegedly breaking and entering. While it is unclear whose property was involved or when the incident occurred, a voice in the video of the encounter is heard saying, “You hungry, ask for food, you don’t break into people’s houses.”
JTV understands that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has been made aware of the matter. Further details will be provided as they become available.
A 22-year-old man has been charged in connection with a late-night shooting outside a popular nightclub in Free Bottom. Following reports of gunfire in the area on Monday, April 28, 2024, officers arrested Jamari Scatliffe of John’s Hole, who now faces charges of possession of a firearm with intent to put another in fear, unlawful possession of explosives, and attempted robbery.
According to initial reports, officers responded to the scene shortly after 1:45 a.m., where two masked individuals allegedly approached a group near the nightclub, prompting one person to flee inside. The masked assailants then fired several rounds before escaping.
A subsequent search of the area recovered eight spent shell casings, including five .223 caliber and three .40 caliber rounds.
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool commended the swift action by officers, stressing the department’s commitment to public safety.
“Gun violence has no place in our community,” Vanterpool said. “The swift action by officers to investigate and bring charges in this matter reflects our continued commitment to ensuring public safety. We thank those who have already come forward and continue to urge anyone with information to do the right thing.”
The RVIPF is encouraging anyone with information related to this or other crimes to contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 or from overseas at (284) 800-8477.
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